Photo Sunday: The Buddha of Ta Phrom

The sitting Buddha of Ta Phrom in Cambodia

One of the best temples I have had been while in Angkor was the Ta Phrom and this is what I saw, a sitting Buddha where scented candles were offered and a lighted one too. As I walked briskly pass by the statue, I was amazed at how beautifully it was made and celebrated by both locals and tourists alike. I have the seeming affection for this and cultures where faith manifests in so many manners we practice it. This one I saw is inspiring and genuinely Khmer.

Snakes-guarded freedom, the Independence Monument of Phnom Penh

The Independence Monument of Phnom Penh, in Cambodia

Freedom gained in so many years of colonial powers is a liberating relief and one which a nation stands proud among the free and the nations which stood firmly on it and thus, independence is berth on the solid ground of a national psyche. This is what happened to Cambodia when in 1953, having granted independence by France built an eternal Independence Monument in 1958 located in Phnom Penh.

My top 3 travel memories!

“May your travel lightens up those who follow you!” – Dr. Wends

Being one who thrives on many occasion to inspire and get inspired while on the road, I said yes when I was invited to join in one of the best blogger’s story relay being hotly pursued courtesy of lowcostholidays.com. In this inspiring relay, Purple Team led by our Team Captain, Neil of Backpacksandbunkbeds will share our three (3) best travel stories and is ranked in Olympic medals of Gold, Silver and Bronze.

In particular too, for this awesome travel blog relay, I was asked by my good friend, Simon of Manversusworld to join in the fun. The three of us then agreed on the dates and now I am excited to share with you too how inspired I was when I traveled.